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AQG 324 Page 1 of 70 ECPE Guideline AQG 324 Qualification of Power Modules for Use in Power Electronics Converter Units in Motor Vehicles Release no.: 02.1/2019 Release date: 15.05.2019 Contact: ECPE European Center for Power Electronics e.V. Dipl.-Phys. Thomas Harder Landgrabenstrasse 94 90443 Nuremberg, Germany Email [email protected] Phone (+49) 911 8102 880

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ECPE Guideline AQG 324

Qualification of Power Modules for Use in Power Electronics Converter Units in Motor Vehicles

Release no.: 02.1/2019 Release date: 15.05.2019 Contact: ECPE European Center for Power Electronics e.V. Dipl.-Phys. Thomas Harder Landgrabenstrasse 94 90443 Nuremberg, Germany Email [email protected] Phone (+49) 911 8102 880

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Preface

This Guideline was prepared by the ECPE Working Group ´Automotive Power Module Qualification´ comprising ECPE member companies active in the automotive market. The original version is based on the supply specification LV 324 which has been developed by German automotive OEMs together with representatives from the power electronics supplier industry in a joint working group of ECPE and the German ZVEI association.

The industrial standards referenced in this document have consciously been selected in the specific versions or release years. This means they represent the technical state of the art of the industry, which was not prepared for automotive applications, but has been deemed suitable with regard to automotive applications. In particular, this avoids automotive-relevant details being omitted during revisions with a focus on non-automotive applications.

The official version of the Guideline released by the ECPE Working Group is a public document available on the ECPE web site (www.ecpe.org).

Legal disclaimer No liability shall attach to ECPE e.V. or its directors, employees, member organizations or members of the responsible ECPE working group for any personal injury, property damage or other damage of any nature whatsoever, whether direct or indirect, or for costs (including legal fees) and expenses arising out of the publication of, use of, or reliance upon, this ECPE Guideline or any other ECPE publications. ECPE guidelines and publications are adopted without regard to whether or not their adoption may involve patents or articles, materials, or processes. By such action ECPE does not assume any liability to any patent owner, nor does it assume any obligation whatever to parties adopting the ECPE guidelines or publications.

The ECPE Guideline AQG 324 is owned by ECPE European Center for Power Electronics e.V.

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Modifications compared to AQG 324 Version V01.05 dated 12.04.2018 (tracking of changes)

Chapter Modification (compared to AQG 324 Version V01.05)

cover page - abbreviation ´(PCU)´ removed from title - replace ´Version no.´ by ´Release no.´

1 - add preamble (background and spirit of AQG 324) - modifications in scope (for clarification)

3 - list of standards updated and complemented, German DIN standards mostly replaced by IEC

4.1 - add a definition of ´Power Electronics Control Unit (PCU)´ in 4.1.1 and renumber the following sub-chapters

4.2 - chapter headline modified in ´Abbreviations - general´ - table 4.1 headline modified - electrical and thermal abbreviations moved to table 4.2 resp. 4.3

4.3 - chapter headline modified in ´Abbreviations - electrical parameters´ - table 4.2 headline modified - further electrical abbreviations added in table 4.2 (VGE,min , ICE,max , VGS,min , IDS,max , VR,max , VBR,R , IR,max , Lp , Ri) - abbreviations in table 4.2 renamed: VS => VR , IS,leak => IR,leak , PV => PL

4.4 - chapter headline modified in ´Abbreviations - thermal parameters´ - table 4.3 headline modified - further thermal abbreviations added (Qcool , Rth,j-c , Rth,j-s , Rth,j-a , Rth,j-f)

4.5 - chapter headline modified in ´Abbreviations - humidity´

4.6 - chapter headline modified in ´Test times´

5.1 - 1st paragraph modified (automotive maturity of the power semi- conductors used within the module to be shown by a chip technology qualification)

6.1.7 - sentence in 1st paragraph deleted

6.1.9 - chapter on breakdown voltage added (new) - add ´on module level´ in the 1st sentence of chapter 6.1.9

6.1.10 - chapter renumbered (formerly 6.1.9)

6 - footnote e) added in table 6.1

7.3.2 - correct translation error in short circuit type 2: replace ´at the latest´ by ´at the earliest´

8.3 - Replace the chapter text by ´Withdrawn for the time being´

8.4.2 - caption of figure 8.2 modified: ´Vibration profile, sinusoidal for combustion engine-mounted parts´

9.2.2 - Power Cycling (PCsec): modification in text related to

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IEC 60749-34:2011, section 5: Test procedure - table 9.1 modified (incl. footnotes)

9.3.2 - Power cycling (PCmin): modification in text related to IEC 60749-34:2011, section 5: Test procedure - table 9.4 modified (incl. footnotes)

9.4.2 - High-temperature storage: footnote in table 9.7 modified

9.4.3, 9.5.3, 9.6.3, 9.7.3, 9.8.3

- modification of the repeated text block on requirements: The 1st sentence is changed to ´The data sheet parameters …´ and shifted to the end of the paragraph.

9.5.2 - Low-temperature storage: footnote in table 9.8 modified

9.6.1 - HTRB: text modified (e.g. one sentence deleted)

9.6.2 - HTRB: text modified (e.g. referenced standards added, notes added, last two bullets in ´Failure criterion´ deleted) - table 9.9 modified (incl. footnotes)

9.7.2 - HTGB: text modified (e.g. referenced standard added, last bullet in ´Failure criterion´ deleted) - table 9.10 modified (incl. footnotes)

9.7.2.1 - headline with chapter number deleted

9.8.2 - H3TRB: text modified (e.g. referenced standards added, note added, last bullet in ´Set of data records´ on corrosive gas atmosphere and the following note deleted, last bullets in ´Failure criterion´ deleted) - table 9.11 modified (incl. footnotes): introduction of two test variants with 80V and 80% of VCE,max, VDS,max, VR,max. with a footnote ´Recommended for SiC´ for the 80% variant.

9.8.2.1 - headline with chapter number deleted - last paragraph deleted (drying of DUTs by heating process is not permitted)

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Contents

1 Scope 7

2 Overview 9

3 Referenced standards 11

4 Terms and definitions 12 4.1 Definitions 12

4.2 Abbreviations - general 14

4.3 Abbreviations - electrical parameters 15

4.4 Abbreviations - thermal parameters 16

4.5 Abbreviations - humidity 17

4.6 Test times 17

4.7 Standard tolerances 18

4.8 Standard values 18

5 General part 19 5.1 Prerequisites for chip usage in the module 19

5.2 Technology qualification 19

5.3 Qualification of special designs (of power el. modules) based on discrete devices 20

5.4 Sampling rates and measured value resolutions 20

5.5 Design of insulation properties 20

5.6 Interface description 21

5.7 Physical analysis 21

5.8 Procedure limitations 21

6 Module test 22 6.1 QM – 01 Module test 22

7 Characterizing module testing 26 7.1 QC-01 Determining parasitic stray inductance (Lp) 26

7.2 QC-02 Determining thermal resistance (Rth value) 26

7.3 QC-03 Determining short-circuit capability 29

7.4 QC-04 Insulation test 32

7.5 QC-05 Determining mechanical data 34

7.6 Test sequence 35

8 Environmental testing 36 8.1 Use of generic data 36

8.2 QE-01 Thermal shock test (TST) 36

8.3 QE-02 Contactability (CO) 38

8.4 QE-03 Vibration (V) 38

8.5 QE-04 Mechanical shock (MS) 44

9 Lifetime testing 46 9.1 Use of generic data 46

9.2 QL-01 Power cycling (PCsec) 46

9.3 QL-02 Power cycle (PCmin) 51

9.4 QL-03 High-temperature storage (HTS) 56

9.5 QL-04 Low-temperature storage (LTS) 57

9.6 QL-05 High-temperature reverse bias (HTRB) 58

9.7 QL-06 High-temperature gate bias (HTGB) 60

9.8 QL-07 High-humidity, high-temperature reverse bias (H3TRB) 61

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Annex A Test flow chart (normative) 64

Annex B Delta qualification matrix (normative) 66

Annex C Documentation of tests (normative) 67

Annex D References (informative) 70

Annex E Typical aspects for physical analysis (informative) 70

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1 Scope Preamble The AQG324 represents an industry guideline based on best practices and outstanding requirement engineering alignment through the automotive supply chain for power electronic converter units. It also acts as blueprint for further approaches within the automotive transformation to overcome innovation blocking hurdles and to close gaps in product capability or corresponding assurance processes. With the continuously increasing complexity of automotive electronics systems it is necessary to combine the expertise and to standardize approaches along the whole supply chain – different to outdated approaches where the alignment primarily occurred within a design hierarchical level, rather than from a complete system perspective. Consequently, a core achievement has been and still is to define the same technical language as was only possible through jointly define and tune terms, definitions and processes. This document defines requirements, test conditions and tests for validating properties, including the lifetime of power electronics modules and equivalent special designs based on discrete devices, for use in power electronics converter units (PCUs) of motor vehicles up to 3.5 t gross vehicle weight The described tests concern the module design as well as the qualification of devices on module level (i.e. the assembly), but not the qualification of semiconductor chips or manufacturing processes. These tests do not replace the qualification tests for complete vehicle PCUs. The qualification requirements shall be extended or adapted, as necessary, on use of technologically novel designs.

The requirements, test conditions and tests listed in this document essentially refer to power modules based on Si power semiconductors while wide bandgap power semiconductors (e.g. SiC or GaN) are not yet fully covered. Future releases of this guideline will address these alternative semiconductor technologies, as well as novel assembly and interconnection technologies where other failure mechanisms become important compared to the todays technologies. The tests listed in this document also apply for validating power module properties when using a thermal interface between the power module and the cooling system on PCU-level, if this interface is not a part of the module structure as a result of the design. Corresponding tests must be conducted on a reference test setup recommended and documented by the module manufacturer, and any equivalent/generic test setups must be specified and documented. Note: If the thermal interface to the cooling system is implemented in the PCU and not in the power module, the module manufacturer cannot validate this interface. However, the module manufacturer must demonstrate that his module passes the module qualification in case of a connection as per the specification (recommended reference

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test setups). The PCU manufacturer must ensure that the thermal interface selected by it complies with the specifications from the module manufacturer. Example: Validation of the thermal interface of power electronics modules, which are applied to a heat sink using a thermal interface material (TIM), is considered through specified reference test setups (including materials) in this document. Validation of the thermal interface of power electronics modules with a pin-fin base plate located directly in the cooling medium is considered in this document.

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2 Overview The tests described in the following serve to validate the properties and the lifetime of power electronics modules for use in the automotive industry. The defined tests are based on the currently known failure mechanisms and the motor-vehicle specific usage profiles of power modules. The validation takes place in the following steps:

QM – Module test

(Determines the electrical and mechanical parameters after the individual qualification tests)

o Gate parameters

o Rated and leakage currents

o Forward voltages

o X-ray, scanning acoustic microscopy/tomography (SAM/SAT)

o Internal physical inspection/visual inspection (IPI/VI), optical microscope assessment (OMA)

Characterizing module testing

o QC-01 Determining parasitic stray inductance (Lp)

o QC-02 Determining thermal resistance (Rth value)

o QC-03 Determining short-circuit capability

o QC-04 Insulation test

o QC-05 Determining mechanical data

Environmental testing

o QE-01 Thermal shock test (TST)

o QE-02 Contactability (CO)

o QE-03 Vibration (V)

o QE-04 Mechanical shock (MS)

Lifetime testing

o QL-01 Power cycling (PCsec)

o QL-02 Power cycling (PCmin)

o QL-03 High-temperature storage (HTS)

o QL-04 Low-temperature storage (LTS)

o QL-05 High-temperature reverse bias (HTRB)

o QL-06 High-temperature gate bias (HTGB)

o QL-07 High-humidity high-temperature reverse bias (H3TRB)

Final testing for recording the electrical parameters of all DUTs

Converting the test results into reliability data

Characterizing module tests serve to validate the fundamental electrical-functional properties and mechanical data of power modules. Among other things, these tests can provide early detection and evaluation of degradation-independent weak points in the design (geometric arrangement, assembly and interconnection technology, semicon-

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ductor quality) which may gain further significance under degradation influence with regard to reliability and performance.

The environmental tests serve to verify the suitability of power electronics modules for use in motor vehicles. Physical analyses, verification of electrical and mechanical parameters, and insulation properties are used for the validation.

Lifetime testing has the objective of triggering the typical degradation mechanisms of power electronics modules. This process primarily differentiates between two failure mechanisms – fatigue of close-to-chip interconnections (chip-near) and fatigue of interconnections with a wider distance to the chip (chip-remote). Both failure mechanisms are triggered by thermomechanical stress between the different materials (with different thermal expansion coefficients) in each case (see Figure 2.1b).

The reliability of both, chip-near and chip-remote interconnections, depends on the thermal interface to the cooling system. For this reason, module qualification tests relating to these interconnections can only be tested using an application-based setup for modules without direct connection to the cooling system (connection, e.g. without base plate via TIM).

The number of devices under test (DUTs) for environmental and lifetime testing must be agreed upon between the PCU manufacturer and the module manufacturer in advance, following the test flow chart defined in Annex A. For special designs, this must be agreed upon.

Figure 2.1: a) b) a) Sample cross section of a power electronics module

1: Base plate, 2: Solder, 3: Ceramic insulator (DCB, AMB), 4: Copper, 5: Chip, 6: Bonding wire, 7: Chip-near connection, 8: Chip-remote connection

b) Schematic diagram of the thermal expansion coefficient in the individual layers of a power electronics module

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3 Referenced standards

The following referenced documents are required for the use of this document. For references with a date, only the referenced issue is valid. For references without a date, the most recent issue of the referenced document (including all changes) is valid.

Standard Contents

ISO/IEC 17025 General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and Calibration Laboratories

IEC 60747-2:2016 Semiconductor devices – Part 2: Discrete devices – Rectifier diodes

IEC 60747-8:2010 Semiconductor devices – Discrete devices – Part 8: Field-effect transistors

IEC 60747-9:2007 Semiconductor devices – Discrete devices Part 9: Insulated-gate bipolar transistors (IGBTs)

IEC 60747-15:2010 Semiconductor devices – Discrete devices Part 15: Isolated power semiconductor devices

IEC 60749-5:2017 Semiconductor devices – Mechanical and climatic test methods – Part 5: Steady-state temperature humidity bias life test

IEC 60749-6:2017 Semiconductor devices – Mechanical and climatic test methods – Part 6: Storage at high temperature

IEC 60749-23:2011 Semiconductor devices – Mechanical and climatic test methods – Part 23: High temperature operating life

IEC 60749-25:2003 Semiconductor devices – Mechanical and climatic test methods – Part 25: Temperature cycling

IEC 60749-34:2010 Semiconductor devices – Mechanical and climatic test methods – Part 34: Power cycling

IEC 60068-2-6:2007 Environmental testing – Part 2-6: Tests – Test Fc: Vibration (sinusoidal)

IEC 60068-2-27:2008 Environmental testing – Part 2-27: Tests – Test Ea and guidance: Shock

IEC 60068-2-64:2008 Environmental testing – Part 2-64: Tests – Test Fh: Vibration, broadband random and guidance

IEC 60664-1:2007 Insulation coordination for equipment within low-voltage systems – Part 1: Principles, requirements and tests

DIN EN 60664-1 Addendum 1

Insulation coordination for equipment within low-voltage systems –Part 2-1: Application guide - Explanation of the application of the IEC 60664 series, dimensioning examples and dielectric testing (IEC/TR 60664-2-1:2011 + Cor. :2011)

IEC 60664-4:2005 Insulation coordination for equipment within low-voltage systems –Part 4: Consideration of high-frequency voltage stress

JESD22-A119:2015 Low Temperature Storage Life

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4 Terms and definitions

4.1 Definitions

4.1.1 Power electronics converter unit

A Power Electronics Converter Unit (PCU) in motor vehicles describes the most general form of a power electronics converter in a car, including for example the traction inverter, the LV and HV DC/DC converter, the on-board charger or the power electronics for electric power steering.

4.1.2 Power electronics modules

Several active devices, e.g. insulated-gate bipolar transistors (IGBTs), metal-oxide semiconductor field-effect transistors (MOSFETs) or diodes as well as possibly additional passive components (e.g. temperature sensors, capacitors), with one or several current paths integrated using a circuit carrier (e.g. substrate) form a power electronics module.

4.1.3 Topological switch

A single semiconductor switch or several semiconductor switches connected in parallel which are controlled simultaneously to represent the function of a single switch. Example: A half bridge consists of two topological switches – one high-side switch (HS) and one low-side switch (LS), whereby each topological switch can consist of one or several semiconductor switches/diodes connected in parallel.

4.1.4 Special designs based on discrete components

The control electronics on printed-circuit-boards (PCBs) installed in different PCUs, which contain circuit topologies with at least one topological switch consisting of discrete packaged IGBTs or MOSFETs, are considered power electronics modules as per section 4.1.1. If a driver infrastructure is additionally integrated in the board, the board represents an intelligent power module (IPM). Note: One example for a special design is a B6 bridge (possibly including a driver) for controlling auxiliary power units on a FR4 PCB.

4.1.5 Current path of a power electronics module

The current path of a power electronics module consists of one or several topological switches which are interconnected in different circuit topologies, depending on the function represented. Note: Half bridge, consisting of one high-side switch (HS) and one low-side switch (LS) with center tapping (phase tapping). Any other topologies are also conceivable. For topologies other than bridge circuits, the definition of the current paths has to be agreed advance.

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4.1.6 Chip-near interconnection technology

The chip-near interconnection technology describes a design of the chip top side connection as well as the chip backside connection with the substrate. Examples: Chip top surface: bond wire, ribbon bond, copper clip, sinter technology, µ-via connect Chip backside: chip soldering, sinter technology, diffusion soldering

4.1.7 Chip-remote interconnection technology

The chip-remote interconnection technology describes a design of the connections which do not directly include the chip. For this, a differentiation must be made between electrical and thermal interfaces. As a result of the design, chip-remote interconnection technology can be electrical as well as thermal. Examples: Electrical interfaces: Design of the contacting for the load and auxiliary contacts. Thermal interfaces: System soldering between substrate and base plate (modules with base plate) or interface between module and cooling system (modules without base plate). Note: For modules without base plate, the interface between module and cooling system, which in this case must be considered differently, must be validated with suitable tests during the PCU testing. Special designs: Chip-remote interconnection technology related to discrete package types integrated on a PCB (e.g. TO-247 housing): Interface between TO rear side and PCB or heat sink, e.g. with a heat conducting film.

4.1.8 Circuit carrier

A circuit carrier is an unassembled or assembled wiring carrier for electronics.

4.1.9 System

Functionally linked components e.g. a drive consisting of electric machine, power electronics, electronic control unit (ECU) and sensors form a system.

4.1.10 Substrate

A substrate is a circuit carrier for power electronics components which can consist of different materials e.g. Al2O3, AlN, or organic-based materials e.g. in PCBs.

4.1.11 Direct and indirect cooling

In direct cooling the power module is part of the cooling system. Therefore, no thermal interface material (TIM) is used. In indirect cooling the power module is assembled using TIM.

4.1.12 Signal connections

Signal connections mean the control connections of power electronics modules.

4.1.13 High voltage (HV)

High voltage means voltages > 60 V for DC and voltages > 30 V for AC rms.

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4.1.14 Reliability data

Specific to the IGBT, MOSFET, diode, bonds or soldering tests, this is the number of cycles for each DUT until the first end-of-life (EOL) criterion is reached in each case, taking into account identical failure criteria in each case in connection with the test parameters used.

4.2 Abbreviations - general

Table 4.1: General abbreviations

AIT Assembly and interconnection technology

AMB Active metal brazing

CTE Coefficient of thermal expansion

DCB Direct copper bonded

DoE Design of experiments

DUT Device under test

EOL End of life

Index "N" Nominal value – the nominal value of a quantity specified in the data sheet, e.g. voltage, current, resistance. In a power module, a value can be different for switches and diodes.

IPI/VI Internal physical inspection/visual inspection

IPM Intelligent power electronics module

LSL Lower specification limit

Nf Number of cycles N until the first EOL criterion is reached in each case

OMA Optical microscope assessment

PCB Printed circuit board

PCU Power electronics converter unit

PPAP Production part approval process

PTB Physikalisch Technische Bundesanstalt (German National Metrology Institute)

SAM SAT

Scanning acoustic microscopy Scanning acoustic tomography

SOA Safe operating area

TCAD Technology computer aided design

TIM Thermal interface material (e.g. thermal grease, phase change film)

USL Upper specification limit

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4.3 Abbreviations - electrical parameters

Table 4.2: Abbreviations for voltages, currents, inductances, resistances

VCE IGBT Collector-emitter voltage

VCE,sat IGBT Collector-emitter voltage (forward voltage) in saturation operation

VBR,CE IGBT Collector-emitter breakdown voltage

VCE,max IGBT Maximum collector-emitter voltage

VGE IGBT Gate-emitter voltage

VGE,max IGBT Maximum gate-emitter voltage

VGE,min IGBT Minimum gate-emitter voltage

VGE,th IGBT Gate-emitter threshold voltage

IC IGBT Collector current

ICR IGBT Collector current in reverse operation

ICN IGBT Nominal collector current or continuous DC collector current

ICE,max IGBT Maximum blocking current

ISC1 Short-circuit current type 1

ISC2 Short-circuit current type 2

ICE,leak IGBT Collector-emitter leakage current

IGE,leak IGBT Gate-emitter leakage current

VDS MOSFET Drain-source voltage (forward voltage)

VBR,DS MOSFET Drain-source breakdown voltage

VDS,max MOSFET Maximum drain-source voltage

VF,SD MOSFET Forward voltage of the internal body diode (corresponds to the voltage of the drain-source path in reverse operation)

VGS MOSFET Gate-source voltage

VGS,max MOSFET Maximum gate-source voltage

VGS,min MOSFET Minimum gate-source voltage

VGS,th MOSFET Gate-source threshold voltage

ID MOSFET Drain current

IDS,max MOSFET Maximum blocking current

IDS,leak MOSFET Drain-source leakage current

IGS,leak MOSFET Gate-source leakage current

Vgate Gate voltage, general, e.g. VGE, VGS

VR diode Reverse voltage

VR,max diode Maximum reverse voltage

VBR,R diode Breakdown voltage

VF diode Forward voltage

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IF diode Forward current

IR,max diode Maximum blocking current

IR,leak diode Diode leakage current with reverse voltage applied

Vtest Test voltage, general, e.g. for insulation measurement

IL Load current, general

e.g. on the phase tapping of a current path to load a semiconductor element, to generate the power loss PV

Vint.c Voltage in the intermediate circuit (DC link)

Lp Parasitic stray inductance (or leakage inductance)

Ri Internal resistance (e.g. of a voltage source in the test setup)

PL Power loss (e.g. PL = IC · VCE,sat for IGBT, PL = I2 · RDSon

for MOSFETs or PL = IF · VF for diodes)

All voltages and currents stated refer to the load or signal connections and generally do not include any voltage drops caused by the cables of the test setup. Deviations from this, particularly for sources with internal resistance Ri or for test setups with series resistors, must be stated for the respective test.

4.4 Abbreviations - thermal parameters

Table 4.3: Abbreviations for temperatures and cooling parameters

TRT Room temperature

Tmax Maximum specified operating temperature (data sheet information for the module)

Ttest Test temperature, general

∆T Temperature rise or deviation, general

Tcool Coolant temperature

Tcool,min Minimum coolant temperature

Tcool,max Maximum coolant temperature

Tcool,in Temperature of cooling medium, inlet

Tcool,out Temperature of cooling medium, outlet

Th Temperature of the heat sink attached to the module

∆Th Temperature rise of the heat sink attached to the module

Tc Temperature of the base plate on modules with base plate

∆Tc Temperature rise of the base plate

Ts Temperature of the sink on modules without base plate

∆Ts Temperature rise of the sink on modules without base plate

Tc/s Temperature of the generalized contact surface "c" or "s"

∆Tc/s Temperature rise of the generalized contact surface "c" or "s"

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Tvj Virtual junction temperature, general a

Tvj,min Minimum virtual junction temperature a

Tvj,avg Average virtual junction temperature a

Tvj,max Maximum virtual junction temperature a

∆Tvj Temperature rise or deviation of the virtual junction temperature a

Tstg Storage temperature

Tstg,min Minimum storage temperature

Tstg,max Maximum storage temperature

Ta Ambient temperature

Qcool Coolant flow rate (= ∆Vcool / ∆t)

Rth,j-c Thermal resistance of junction to case

Rth,j-s Thermal resistance of junction to sink

Rth,j-a Thermal resistance of junction to ambient

Rth,j-f Thermal resistance of junction to fluid a Note: The junction temperature of a power semiconductor usually cannot be measured directly, but is

indirectly concluded from a voltage measurement (e.g. VCE,sat for IGBTs, VF,SD of the internal body diode for MOSFETs, and VF for diodes) (also see section Annex D [2]). Therefore, Tvj as the virtual junction temperature is stated instead of the real junction temperature T j.

4.5 Abbreviations - humidity

Table 4.4: Abbreviations for humidity

RH Relative humidity

4.6 Test times

Table 4.5: Abbreviations for test times

ton On-time of a load (e.g. heating phase)

toff Off-time of a load (e.g. cooling phase)

tr Rise time (e.g. from 10% to 90% gate voltage)

tf Fall time (e.g. from 90% to 10% gate voltage)

ttest Test duration

tchange Transfer duration

tdwell Dwell time

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4.7 Standard tolerances

Tolerances refer to the measured value. For this, it must be ensured that the stated tolerances are adhered to independent of the tolerances of the testing system. If no other tolerances are stated in the individual tests, the tolerances from Table 4.6 must be used. When two tolerance values are stated, the first value indicates the upper tolerance and the second value indicates the lower tolerance of the value range.

Table 4.6: Definitions of standard tolerances

Frequencies ± 1%

Measured temperatures ± 2 °C

Indirectly determined temperatures

± 5 °C

Humidity ± 5%

Times + 5%; - 0%

Voltages ± 2%

Currents ± 2%

4.8 Standard values

Unless otherwise specified, the standard values in Table 4.7 apply.

Table 4.7: Definitions of standard values

Room temperature TRT = 23 °C ± 5 °C

Humidity RH = 25% to 75% relative humidity

Test temperature Ttest = TRT

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5 General part

5.1 Prerequisites for chip usage in the module

The grade of automotive maturity of the power semiconductor in use within the power module has to be shown by a chip technology qualification conducted in advance. A suitable qualification procedure which has to be revealed by the supplier and agreed with the purchaser has to be applied. If additional process steps, which expand the semiconductor stack (e.g. chip post processing for double-sided contacting) are required for the chip assembly in the module, the robustness and suitability for use of this new design must be verified. The verification must be obtained through Design of Experiments (DoE) results, TCAD simulations and a review confirmation by the semiconductor manufacturer. The verification must be documented.

5.2 Technology qualification

Technology qualification refers to the complete execution of all tests described under sections 6 to 9 for a new range of power electronics modules. In the following cases, a technology qualification must always be executed in case of changes to already qualified modules:

Design change:

Material or geometry change of the base plate

Material or geometry change of the substrate

Material or geometry change of the module casing

Change to at least one contacting surface of the devices

Use of another material for die-attach (chip bottom side connection) or system soldering

Change of the interconnection technology for chips for the die-attach (e.g. sintering, soldering, diffusion soldering) or top contacting (e.g. wire bonding, ribbon bonding, Cu clip, sintering)

Chip change:

Use of other semiconductors or semiconductor materials or other passive components from the same or a different manufacturer

All changes concerning the module and semiconductor design must be reported. Process-related changes must be documented. Appropriate validation measures must be taken and documented based on agreement between the module supplier and the customer. The delta qualification matrix shown in Annex B shall be used as a guideline for the agreement.

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5.3 Qualification of special designs (of power electronics modules) based on discrete devices

A reduced test scope must be used for the qualification of special designs. Correspondingly assembled discrete housed semiconductor switches must be qualified as per AEC-Q101, integrated circuits (ICs) (e.g. driver ICs in housings) as per AEC-Q100, and passive components as per AEC-Q200. For the special designs, only the tests QC-01 (stray inductance), QC-02 (thermal resistance) and QC-03 (short-circuit capability) must be executed. With regard to QC-01, the differences in the different current paths must be marked as well as evaluated and documented with regard to their criticality for reliable operation of the discrete semiconductor switches via simulation and in consultation with the semiconductor manufacturer. Concerning QC-02, a thermal management concept has to be provided which verifies compliance with the semiconductor specifications for each operating point. This also applies to the dynamic case. If necessary, the measuring setup must be adapted accordingly. The requirements for short-circuit capability described in QC-03 must also be tested for the special designs. The tests must be carried out by the manufacturer of the assembly or by the integrator into the PCU.

5.4 Sampling rates and measured value resolutions

The sampling rate and bandwidth of the measuring system must be adapted to the respective test. All measured values must be recorded with all maximum values (peaks).

The resolution of the measured values must be adapted to the respective test. It must be ensured that occurring voltage peaks do not lead to an overflow or that they cannot be measured in the case of an insufficient resolution. Data reductions/abstractions (e.g. limit monitoring) must not suppress irregularities. When recording the measurement values for lifetime testing, it must be ensured that the measurement values are recorded with sufficient granularity regarding the expected lifetime, in order to ensure meaningful and precise determination of the EOL.

5.5 Design of insulation properties

The design of the air gaps and creepage distances as well as the selection of the solid insulating materials and gels must be indicated as per IEC 60664 Parts 1 and 4.

The following must be provided as a minimum:

• Creepage distances including tolerance in the specified temperature range

• Air gaps including tolerance in the specified temperature range

• Solid insulating materials and gels as well as their properties in the specified

temperature range and for long-term influence of temperature, humidity and

mechanical pressure (e.g. molding compound damage through spring clamp)

• Selected voltage values of the respective design

• Selected test voltages and test periods of the respective design

• Protection against soiling and soiling category with regard to the target application

in the vehicle

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• Sections and tables from IEC 60664 used for the design

• Simulation of the mechanical strength of insulation parts

Note: For stating the insulation materials and gels, it is sufficient to provide the material composition. Detailed information about the manufacturer and the type designation is not required.

5.6 Interface description

All interfaces must be described completely with regard to their electrical and mechanical properties.

5.7 Physical analysis

The physical analysis is a detailed analysis which must be conducted after failure of a DUT or after completing all electric testing on an OK part.

The following procedure shall be used:

1. Execution and documentation of all non-destructive tests/analyses

2. Derivation or joint coordination of additional tests/analyses based on the results

of the non-destructive tests/analyses

3. Execution and documentation all destructive tests/analyses

4. Archiving of specimen and damaged parts

Examples for test methods are provided in Annex E. The change in the module compared to the as-new condition must be evaluated.

The results must be documented in the test record.

5.8 Procedure limitations

The test laboratory must be organized and operated as per ISO/IEC 17025 or IATF 16949. All test equipment used for measuring must be calibrated as per ISO/IEC 17025 (or as specified or recommended by the manufacturer) and it must be possible to trace the equipment back to the PTB or an equivalent national or European standards laboratory. The testing devices, equipment, setups and test methods must not distort the behavior of the DUT. These must be documented in the test report together with the accuracies and the expiration date of the calibration.

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6 Module test

6.1 QM – 01 Module test

6.1.1 General information

The module test serves to characterize the electrical and mechanical properties of the DUTs before (to ensure that only flawless DUTs enter into the qualification tests) and after the individual test sequences. Its purpose is to provide insight into the characteristic parameters of the modules, which can vary due to production fluctuations and the stress applied during the individual tests. Unless stated otherwise, the individual test steps of the module tests must be carried out before and after each of the individual test branches as per the test flow chart plan in Annex A and Table 6.1. They must be documented and the deviations outside the specified tolerances must be shown.

The objective of the measurements and tests is:

• To ensure the absence of failures in all DUTs.

• To ensure that all requirements are met.

• To verify the functional behavior and the accuracy of all functions.

The measurements and tests 6.1.2 to 6.1.8 must be conducted as a minimum during the module tests. For all these tests, a defined shutting down/starting up of the DUTs from/into the load condition must be ensured, especially before/after the (intermediate) measurements. The temperature shall only be regulated to the target temperature of the intermediate measurement after shutting off the module. After the intermediate measurement, first the module must be started up and then the temperature must be regulated.

Note on data sheet values: Typical parameter values without range or limit information are not permitted as suitable criteria in the framework of module tests. If the range or limit information is missing in the data sheet, the module manufacturer must supply these later on. The values and the note about a special definition must be documented.

6.1.2 End-of-line test

All DUTs must be tested as per the standard end-of-line test. With regard to 100% traceability, the results of the end-of-line test must be documented.

6.1.3 Testing the interconnection layers

The quality of the interconnection layers (e.g. solder, diffusion solder, sintered interconnection) and possible degradation due to voids, delamination or crack formation must be recorded and documented. For this, an examination using scanning acoustic microscopy (SAM) is recommended.

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6.1.4 Nominal collector current or continuous DC-collector current (IGBT – modules)

The nominal collector current ICN must be defined and documented as per one of the following definitions:

a) Nominal collector current = constant direct current with Rth,j-c with Tvj Tvj,max or b) Nominal collector current = collector current with typ. VCE,sat with maximum Rth,j-c

Note: Data sheets usually state the implemented nominal chip current (e.g. 800 A). This generally does not correspond to the nominal module current as a function of the thermal resistance and the cooling connection (e.g. 550 A).

6.1.5 Gate-emitter (IGBT)/gate-source (MOSFET) threshold voltage

The gate-emitter or gate-source threshold voltage (VGE,th or VGS,th) must be determined at RT and the maximum specified operating temperature, which must be derived from the maximum junction temperature. This threshold voltage must be compared to the data sheet values.

6.1.6 Gate-emitter (IGBT)/gate-source (MOSFET) leakage current

The gate-emitter or gate-source leakage current (IGE,leak or IGS,leak) must be determined at RT and the maximum specified operating temperature, which must be derived from the maximum junction temperature. This threshold voltage must be compared to the data sheet values.

6.1.7 Collector-emitter (IGBT)/drain-source (MOSFET) reverse leakage current

The collector-emitter or drain-source leakage current (ICE,leak or IDS,leak) must be determined at RT and the maximum specified operating temperature, which must be derived from the maximum junction temperature. In case of IGBTs with freewheeling diode connected anti-parallel, the leakage current is the sum of the reverse leakage current of the IGBT and the leakage current of the diode.

6.1.8 Forward voltage VCE,sat (IGBT), VDS (MOSFET), VF (diodes)

The forward voltage (VCE,sat, VDS, VF) must be determined at RT and the maximum specified operating temperature, which must be derived from the maximum junction temperature. This forward voltage serves as the data basis for the subsequent lifetime testing. For this, the forward voltage must be determined in pulsed operation in order to keep self-heating as low as possible.

6.1.9 Breakdown voltage VBR,CE (IGBT), VBR,DS (MOSFET), VBR,R (diodes)

The breakdown voltage is not defined on module level. Therefore, it has to be clarified in advance whether the device is capable to withstand this measurement. Hereby, there is a high risk of destroying the device by measurement due to local overheating (technology dependent). If the device allows the measurement, the breakdown voltage should be evaluated at 90% of the maximum blocking current ICE,max (IGBT), IDS,max (MOSFET), IR,max (diode).

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6.1.10 IPI/VI, OMA

Damage or changes to the module due to load stress (failure analysis during qualification – see section 5.5) must be recorded with the following analysis methods and documented: OMA (Optical Microscope Assessment)

IPI/VI (Internal Physical Inspection / Visual Inspection)

The test flow chart as per Annex A must be observed for all tests. If a component-specific adaptation of the test sequence is necessary (e.g. qualification of derivatives), the test flow chart can be adapted in agreement with the component manufacturer, but this must be documented.

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Readouts e

(1,2,3,4,…)

End Of Line

Test c (acc. to

6.1.2-6.1.8)

SAM System

/ chip solder

Correlation a

VGE,th / VGS,th

Correlation a

IGE,leak / IGS,leak

Correlation a

ICE,leak / IDS,leak

Correlation a

VCE / VDS

Correlation a

VF

Correlation a

Rth

(acc. to QC-02)

Short Circuit

Test

(acc. to QC-03)

Dynamic Test d

(Double Pulse)

Isolation

Test b

Optional

IPI/VI, OMA

QC-01 .. QC-04 1: Start of test

2: End of test 1,2 1 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2

QC-05 1: Start of test

2: End of test 1 1,2 1,2 1,2

QE-01 TST

1: 0c

2: 500c (opt.)

3: 1000c

1,2,3 2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3 1,2,3

QE-03 V 1: Start of test

2: End of test 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2

QE-04 MS 1: Start of test

2: End of test 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2

QL-01 PCsec 1: 0c

2: End of life 1,2 (opt) 2 1,2 (opt) 1,2 (opt) 1,2 (opt) 1,2 (opt) 1,2 (opt) 1,2 (opt) 1,2 (opt) 1,2 (opt) 1,2 1,2

QL-02 PCmin 1: 0c

2: End of life 1,2 (opt) 2 1,2 (opt) 1,2 (opt) 1,2 (opt) 1,2 (opt) 1,2 (opt) 1,2 (opt) 1,2 (opt) 1,2 (opt) 1,2 1,2

QL-03 HTS 1: 0h

2: 1000h 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2

QL-04 LTS 1: 0h

2: 1000h 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2

QL-05 HTRB 1: 0h

2: 1000h 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2

QL-06 HTGB 1: 0h

2: 1000h 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2

QL-07 H3TRB

1: 0h

2: 1000h 1,2 1-2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2 1,2

Master samples 1: 0h 1

a Correlation - for the correlations, the TRT measured values of the characteristic data at the specified measurement time are compared against the values of the initial measurement.

The values used for the correlation shall be documented accordingly and maximum percentages of the anticipated deviations shall be specified. b ISO test - in the ISO test, the insulation capability of the module is tested in accordance with the final series production test specifications.

c Defined startup or shutdown before/after exposure to stress shall be ensured according to the specifications in the chapter "Module test".

d Should be performed according to IEC 60747-15 2012 chapter 5.3.2.

e Additional intermediate measurements are not recommended for qualification but during development.

Table 6.1: Test-dependent module tests

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7 Characterizing module testing The module tests described in sections 7.1 to 7.5 shall be carried out once and supply application-relevant characteristic properties of the module.

Characterizing module tests are the basic prerequisite for conducting subsequent environmental and lifetime testing. The application of generic data for characterizing module tests is not permissible.

7.1 QC-01 Determining parasitic stray inductance (Lp)

7.1.1 Purpose

This test determines the parasitic stray inductance Lp of the main contacts of a single current path of the DUT.

7.1.2 Test

The parasitic stray inductance Lp must be determined as per IEC 60747-15:2012, section 5.3.2 (double pulse testing). If the DUT has several identical current paths, the maximum value of all current paths must be indicated for the parasitic stray inductance. The scope of random samples for this test must be taken from the test flow chart.

7.1.3 Requirement

The test conditions, the test setup and the test results (measured curves documented by the manufacturer to determine the parasitic stray inductance Lp) must be provided to the purchaser. Note: The parasitic stray inductance of the power electronics module installed in the PCU can have a crucial quality-relevant impact on the function or reliability of the PCU, depending on the PCU structure.

7.2 QC-02 Determining thermal resistance (Rth value)

7.2.1 Purpose

This test determines the thermal resistance of the individual devices on the power module.

7.2.2 Test

The test must be conducted as per IEC 60747-15:2012, section 5.3.6, with the following additions:

IEC 60747-15:2012, section 5.3.6.1: thermal resistance Rth,j-c

The position and distances of the temperature sensor, which determine the reference point for determining the reference temperature Tc, must be documented.

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The temperature sensor must be guided as closely as possible to the module (as per figure 7.1) to allow optimum determination of the reference point for determining the reference temperature Tc for the case-related thermal resistance:

Figure 7.1: Reference point for determining the reference temperature Tc

The thermal resistance Rth,j-c must therefore be determined using the following formula:

Rth,j−c =Tvj − Tc

Pv

For measuring Tc, a hole must be made in the heat sink, centrally below the device under test (DUT). The hole must have a diameter of 2.5 mm, see Figure 7.1.

When determining the thermal resistance Rth,j-c, the type (manufacturer, designation, thickness, thermal conductance) of the TIM material used during the measurement must also be stated.

IEC 60747-15:2012, section 5.3.6.4: thermal resistance Rth,j-s

Reference point for determining the reference temperature Ts for the heat-sink-related thermal resistance:

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Cu

Ceramic insolator: DCB

Cu

Si

Baseplate

(Al, Cu, …)

Solder

Solder

Cu

Ceramic insolator: DCB

Cu

SiSolder

Tvj

Heat Sink

Temperature

Ts

TIM

2.5mm

2±1mm

Figure 7.2: Reference point for determining the reference temperature Ts

The thermal resistance Rth,j-s must therefore be determined using the following formula:

Rth,j−s =Tvj − Ts

Pv

For measuring Ts, a blind hole must be made in the heat sink, centrally below the DUT. The blind hole must have a diameter of 2.5 mm and end 2 ±1 mm below the heat sink surface, see Figure 7.2.

When determining the thermal resistance Rth,j-s, the type (manufacturer, designation, thickness, thermal conductance) of the TIM material used during the measurement must also be stated.

Supplementary tests for IEC 60747-15:2012:

For power modules with direct contact to liquid cooling media, it is necessary to determine the thermal resistance between the junction temperature and the cooling medium (Rth,j-f).

For this, the coolant flow must be adjusted as per common applications and the coolant, (e.g. ethylene glycol water/propylene glycol water), the coolant circuit pressure and the coolant flow must be documented.

The reference points for determining the temperatures of the cooling medium (Tcool,in, Tcool,out) for the thermal resistance related to the coolant according to Figure 7.3:

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Baseplate (Al, Cu) in cooling fluid

CuSolder

Ceramic insolator: DCB, AMB

CuSolder

Si

Tvj

Tcool,in Tcool,out

Figure 7.3: Reference point for determining the reference temperature Tcool

The thermal resistance Rth,j-a must therefore be determined using the following formula:

Rth,j−a = Rth,j−f =Tvj − (

Tcool,in + Tcool,out

2 )

Pv

The scope of random samples for this test must be taken from the test flow chart.

7.2.3 Requirement

The test conditions (with information about the reference point for the temperature on casing, heat sink or cooling medium) and the test results must be documented. For power modules with several devices or current paths, it must be indicated how the devices were connected and/or operated for determining the thermal resistance.

7.3 QC-03 Determining short-circuit capability

7.3.1 Purpose

In the frame of this test, the short-circuit capability specified in the data sheet shall be verified. If the module has no short-circuit capability according to the manufacturer's specifications, this test is omitted. Omitting the test must be justified and documented in the test report. The test is described by the voltages VCE or VDS and VGE or VGS, the short-circuit pulse duration tp and the junction temperature Tvj at the time of the start of the short-circuit pulse duration.

7.3.2 Test

For the short-circuit test it must be ensured that the maximum junction temperature is present in the semiconductor at the start of the test.

A short circuit of type 1 as well as a short circuit of type 2 can be used for the test.

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To maintain the voltages within the permissible range during the test, the DUT can be connected with a gate-emitter clamping or with a collector-gate clamping. It must be ensured beforehand that this causes no relevant heating up. If this is the case, the DUT must be adjusted to Tvj less than, but close to Tvj,max beforehand and it must be documented that Tvj,max is not exceeded during the test.

HC

HE

G

E

C

12V

Ron

Roff

Ga

te

Drive

r

DUT

HC

HE

G

E

C

Current

Sense

ISC

IC

Osciloscope

Figure 7.4: Test setup for short-circuit capability

Short circuit type 1 (hard switch failure):

For a short circuit type 1, the inductances in the measuring setup must be kept small enough that the DUT does not reach the saturated range at any time.

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Figure 7.5: Typical short circuit type 1 behavior of an IGBT Ch1: VCE (100 V/Div), Ch2: IC (10 A/Div), Ch3: VGE (5 V/Div)

For this, the parameter pulse duration tp and the junction temperature Tvj are defined as follows:

tp: 10% leading edge ISC – 10% trailing edge ISC1 Tvj: Tvj at the time of 10% leading edge ISC1

The scope of random samples for this test must be taken from the test flow chart.

Short circuit type 2 (failure under load):

For a short circuit type 2, the inductances in the measuring setup must be dimensioned so that the desaturation phase of the DUT is reached after 5 µs at the earliest.

10% Isc1 10% Isc1

Isc1

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Figure 7.6: Typical short circuit type 2 behavior of an IGBT Ch1: VCE (100 V/Div), Ch2: IC (10 A/Div), Ch3: VGE (5 V/Div)

For this, the parameter pulse duration tp and the junction temperature Tvj are defined as follows:

tp: 20% leading edge Vint.c – 10% trailing edge ISC2 Tvj: Tvj at the time of 20% leading edge Vint.c

The scope of random samples for this test must be taken from the test flow chart.

7.3.3 Requirement

During the test with short circuit type 1 and with short circuit type 2 the test is considered passed if the DUT can keep the intermediate circuit voltage stable 1 s after the pulse.

Beyond this, the specified blocking capacity of the tested module must be tested again after the static test (see sections 6.1.6 and 6.1.7). The test setup, the test parameters (Tvj,max, ISC, VGE/VGS, VCE/VDS) and the test results (screenshots of the oscilloscope measurements) must be documented.

7.4 QC-04 Insulation test

7.4.1 Purpose

All high voltage DUTs must undergo a dielectric strength test and an insulation resistance test. The insulation between all galvanically insulated connections is tested. For this, all galvanically linked connections in the module should be interconnected conductively.

20% Vint.c 10% Isc1

trailing edge

Isc2

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7.4.2 Test

The tests are conducted on module level. At the start, the DUTs undergo a pre-conditioning phase, followed by a conditioning phase. The parameters of these phases are different for the insulation resistance test and the dielectric strength test. The tests must be carried out with standard commercially available insulation test devices. Simple multimeter measurements are not permissible. The scope of random samples for this test must be taken from the test flow chart.

7.4.3 Insulation resistance measurement

Pre-conditioning: 8 h at 5 ± 2 °C

Conditioning: 8 h at 23 ± 5 °C, 90 +10/-5% RH, 86 - 106 kPa

Cyclic insulation resistance measurement from the start of the conditioning phase

The test voltage of the insulation resistance measurement must be selected as follows:

o At least 1.5 times the value of the maximum possible intermediate circuit voltage of the module (e.g., 1.5 x 450 V DC for 650 V-IGBT modules)

o But at least 500 V DC

The insulation resistance must not fall below 100 MΩ. Deviation from the times stated is permissible, but they must not be shorter than twice the time which is required for full heating up of the DUT. During the conditioning phase, the insulation resistance must be measured and documented cyclically. The measuring rate must be selected so that the lowest occurring value of the insulation resistance is recorded reliably, but at least every 30 min. To avoid distorting the measured values through contamination, the DUTs must be processed with the cleanliness common to automotive production. The scope of random samples for this test must be taken from the test flow chart.

Note: The parameters for the pre-conditioning phase and the conditioning phase are selected so that the dew point is passed shortly after the start of the conditioning phase.

7.4.4 Dielectric strength test

The dielectric strength test is conducted after the insulation resistance test from section 7.4.3.

Pre-conditioning: 30 ± 2 °C until fully heated through

Conditioning: 48 h at 23 ± 2 °C, 93 ± 5% RH, 86 - 106 kPa

Measurement of the insulation resistance

Application of the test voltage

Measurement of the insulation resistance Before and after applying the test voltage, the insulation resistance (without additional conditioning) must be measured.

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The test voltage must be selected so that the dielectric strength stated in the data sheet of the DUT is ensured. The scope of random samples for this test must be taken from the test flow chart.

Note 1: The pre-conditioning phase and the conditioning phase are selected so that the insulation materials of the DUT are subjected to a defined moisture treatment. Note 2: As per DIN EN 60664-1, Addendum 1 (Explanation of the Application of the IEC 60664 Series, Dimensioning Examples and Dielectric Testing), the selected test voltage depends on the respective use of the power module:

a) According to the overvoltage categories, if the target applications are operated on the public power grid.

b) On the basis of the actually occurring transient overvoltage in applications isolated from the power grid (e.g. electric system of a pure hybrid electric vehicle) as per IEC 60664-1.

7.4.5 Requirement

No sparkovers must occur during the test. The insulation resistance must not fall below 100 MΩ before and after the test. Any drift must be documented and evaluated. The documentation of the test setup, the test conditions and the test results must be provided to the purchaser.

7.5 QC-05 Determining mechanical data

7.5.1 Purpose

Determination and verification of the mechanical data of a module with regard to the data sheet values are the prerequisites for conducting all tests from test flow chart. Therefore, the following measurements and tests must be conducted before all other characterizing module tests and the corresponding parameters must be provided to the purchaser upon request.

7.5.2 Test

Determination of the mechanical data of the module and of the seals for confirming the dimensional stability as per the approval drawing.

Determination of the insulation distances as per the approval drawing.

Torques of fastenings and electrical contacts: o Tightening torques during the initial test as per the manufacturer's

instructions. o Residual torque during the final test.

Determination of the setting behavior of the threaded connections during the final test on electric contacts, on fastenings on heat sinks and on parts which are relevant to the insulation properties of the module.

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Application of heat-conducting media: o Use or application following the manufacturer's instructions and

determination of the distribution of the heat-conducting medium using scanning acoustic microscopy (SAM) on at least one DUT before the start of a test.

7.5.3 Requirement

Verification of the flow behavior or final distribution after completing a test using scanning acoustic microscopy (SAM), during the physical analysis, if necessary. The size and position of delaminations must be represented using SAM photography.

The measurement and torque tolerances of the threaded connection points and installation points and of the electric contacts must each be within the module specification.

Any releasing, tightening, or re-tightening of threaded connections during a test is forbidden.

7.6 Test sequence

The test flow chart as per Annex A shall be adhered to for all tests. If a component-specific adaptation of the test sequence is necessary (e.g. qualification of derivatives), the test flow chart can be adapted.

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8 Environmental testing

8.1 Use of generic data

The use of generic data for each test is permissible in the framework of the module qualification, as long as the difference between the module to be qualified and the reference module is documented and as long as proof can be provided that the differences between the reference module and the module to be qualified causes no changes with regard to the module properties.

8.2 QE-01 Thermal shock test (TST)

8.2.1 Purpose

This test validates the resistance to mechanical stress from passive temperature changes. Due to a lack of acceleration factors respectively the long cycle times as a result of the test setup, it is not necessary to conduct this test until EOL.

8.2.2 Test

The test shall be performed in accordance with IEC 60749-25:2003, with the following additions:

IEC 60749-25:2003, section 4: Test fixture

In the sense of comparability, this test must be conducted exclusively in a two-chamber system (air/air). Testing in a single-chamber or triple-chamber system is not permissible.

IEC 60749-25:2003, section 5.2: Test sequence

The DUT must be installed as per the manufacturer's installation instructions before it is introduced into the test chamber. If this requires permanent installation of the DUT with a threaded connection or a similar method, this setup must also be implemented in the test chamber and the setup must be documented.

IEC 60749-25:2003, sections 5.3 – 5.8: Cycle frequency, dwell time, test condition, etc.

This test must focus on the cycle frequency for soldered connections (1 - 2 cycles per hour).

tdwell > 15 min must be selected for the dwell time for the highest/lowest temperature; this corresponds to stress category 4 from table 2 in IEC 60749-25:2003.

The following temperatures must be selected for testing the power modules: Tstg,min = -40°C, Tstg,max = +125°C. This corresponds to test condition G from Table 1.

IEC 60749-25:2003, section 5.9: Transfer duration

A value of < 30 s must be ensured for the transfer duration tchange.

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IEC 60749-25:2003, section 5.12: Failure criteria

In addition to the electric parameters defined in the module data sheet, this test requires a verification of the following parameter:

o Thermal resistance: Rth,j-c/s For this, the thermal resistance must be determined depending on the module type as per section 7.2.

If the measurement of the thermal resistance is not possible within the test setup, then the DUT can be removed at defined times (see 8.2.3) at TRT for determining the thermal resistance and must then be reintroduced into the test setup at TRT.

In addition to this, it is recommended to also examine the DUT during this test at the times defined above using a suitable non-destructive analysis process (e.g. SAM) and to document the degree of delamination at the junction layers.

As per the storage temperature parameter Tstg described in IEC 60749-25:2003, thermocouples or similar temperature measuring devices must be used to ensure that the entire capacity of the DUT meets the defined temperature limits and the requirements for the dwell time. Note: The time until complete heating through of the DUT strongly depends on the thermal capacity of the DUT.

The hold time for the basic temperature values Tstg,min and Tstg,max must be at least tdwell so the stresses can release and the creeping can begin.

The scope of random samples for this test must be taken from the test flow chart.

This yields the following parameter for the TST test:

Table 8.1: TST test parameters

Lowest value of the storage temperature Tstg,min −40°C−100

Highest value of the storage temperature Tstg,max +125°C0+15

Transfer duration tchange < 30 s

Minimum dwell time for highest/lowest temperature tdwell > 15 min

Minimum number of cycles without failures NC > 1000

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Figure 8.1: Example for TST temperature curve

8.2.3 Requirement

The DUTs must be fully functional before and after the test. All parameters must be within the specification and must not violate the defined failure limits in order for the test to be evaluated as passed.

A rise of the thermal resistance by 20% compared to the initial value before the test must be evaluated as a failure.

The parameters are verified with the use of a module test (see section 6.1). The tests to be conducted after and before this qualification test must be taken from Table 6.1.

The results and parameters of the test as per the specifications from section 5.1 and Annex C must be documented.

8.3 QE-02 Contactability (CO)

Withdrawn for the time being.

8.4 QE-03 Vibration (V)

8.4.1 Purpose

The purpose of the test is to show the fundamental suitability of the mechanical structure for use in automotive PCUs. It simulates the vibration load of a module during driving operation and serves to validate the resistance of the module against vibrations with failure patterns, e.g. device detachment and material fatigue.

ΔT

Tstg,min

t

Tstg,max

T

tdwell

tdwell

tcycle

tchange

TPrüfling

TKammer

tchange

Tchamber

TDUT

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8.4.2 Test

The test is carried out acc. to IEC 60068-2-6 for sinusoidal vibration excitation and IEC 60068-2-64 for wide-band vibration excitation with the following parameters:

Table 8.2: Test parameters regardless of point of use

Temperature TRT

Frequency sweep time for sinusoidal excitation 1 octave/min, logarithmic

Vibration profile A a (for combustion engine mounted parts)

Vibration excitation, sinusoidal acc. to Figure 8.2 and Table 8.3 Vibration excitation, wide-band random vibration acc. to Figure 8.3 and Table 8.4

Vibration profile B a (for transmission mounted parts)

Vibration excitation, sinusoidal acc. to Figure 8.4 and Table 8.5 Vibration excitation, wide-band random vibration acc. to Figure 8.5 and Table 8.6

Vibration profile D a (Detachable body parts for components mounted on sprung masses. Additionally: If the purchaser does not provide any profiles in the case point of use electric machine, vibration profile D must be used.)

Vibration excitation, wide-band random vibration acc. to Figure 8.6 and Table 8.7

Number of DUTs 6 a The labelling and order of letters, and their relationship to vibrational profiles are selected acc. to the

terms in the German supplier regulation LV 124.

The test must be performed without bracket or add-on parts in a reference setup. Additional tests with bracket or add-on parts must be coordinated with the purchaser, if required. For components that are installed on the bracket or vehicle through damping elements, it must be specified in the Component Performance Specifications whether

- all DUTs with damping elements, - all DUTs without damping elements or - three DUTs with damping elements and three DUTs without damping elements

must be tested. The sampling rate must be selected so that interruptions or short circuits can be unambiguously detected by using a sensing current. The tests must be performed without electrical operation. The electric connection must be implemented as is typical for the application. The test setup must be documented. The scope of random samples for this test must be taken from the test flow chart.

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Vibration profile A (for combustion engine mounted parts)

Table 8.3: Test parameters - vibration, sinusoidal for combustion engine mounted parts

Vibration excitation Sinusoidal

Test duration for each spatial axis

22 h

Vibration profile Characteristic 1 applies to components mounted on engines with maximum 5 cylinders. Characteristic 2 applies to components mounted on engines with 6 or more cylinders. The characteristics must be combined for components that can be used in both cases.

Characteristic 1 in Figure 8.2

Frequency in Hz Amplitude of the acceleration in m/s²

100 100

200 200

240 200

270 100

440 100

Characteristic 2 in Figure 8.2

Frequency in Hz Amplitude of the acceleration in m/s²

100 100

150 150

440 150

Combination Frequency in Hz Amplitude of the acceleration in m/s²

100 100

150 150

200 200

240 200

255 150

440 150

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Figure 8.2: Vibration profile, sinusoidal for combustion engine-mounted parts

Table 8.4: Test parameters - vibration, wide-band random vibration for engine-mounted parts

Vibration excitation Wide-band random vibration

Test duration for each spatial axis 22 h

RMS value of acceleration 181 m/s²

Vibration profile Figure 8.3 Frequency in Hz Power density spectrum in (m/s²)²/Hz

10 10

100 10

300 0.51

500 20

2 000 20

Figure 8.3: Vibration profile, wide-band random vibration for engine-mounted parts

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Vibration profile B (for gearbox-mounted parts)

Table 8.5: Test parameters - vibration, sinusoidal for gearbox-mounted parts

Vibration excitation Sinusoidal

Test duration for each spatial axis 22 h

Vibration profile Figure 8.4 Frequency in Hz Amplitude of the acceleration in m/s²

100 30

200 60

440 60

Figure 8.4: Vibration profile, sinusoidal for gearbox-mounted parts

Table 8.6: Test parameters - vibration, wide-band random vibration for gearbox-mounted parts

Vibration excitation Wide-band random vibration

Test duration for each spatial axis 22 h

RMS value of acceleration 96.6 m/s²

Vibration profile Figure 8.5 Frequency in Hz Power density spectrum (m/s²)²/Hz

10 10

100 10

300 0.51

500 5

2 000 5

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Figure 8.5: Vibration profile, wide-band random vibration for gearbox-mounted parts

Vibration profile D (body-mounted parts (for components installed on sprung masses))

Table 8.7: Test parameters, wide-band random vibration for sprung masses

Vibration excitation Wide-band random vibration

Test duration for each spatial axis 8 h

RMS value of acceleration 30.8 m/s²

Vibration profile Figure 8.6 Frequency in Hz Power density spectrum in (m/s²)²/Hz

5 0.884

10 20

55 6.5

180 0.25

300 0.25

360 0.14

1 000 0.14

2 000 0.14

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Figure 8.6: Vibration profile, wide-band random vibration for sprung masses

8.4.3 Requirement

The DUT must be fully functional before and after the test, and all parameters must meet the specifications.

The parameters are verified with the use of a module test (see section 6.1). The tests to be conducted after and before this qualification test must be taken from Table 6.1.

8.5 QE-04 Mechanical shock (MS)

8.5.1 Purpose

This test simulates the mechanical load of the module in the PCU, e.g. when driving over curbs or during an accident. It serves to validate the resistance of the PCU to mechanical shock with failure patterns, such as cracks or device detachment.

8.5.2 Test

The test is carried out acc. to IEC 60068-2-27 with the following parameters:

Table 8.8: Test parameters QE-04 Mechanical shock

Peak acceleration 500 m/s2

Shock duration 6 ms

Shock form half-sine

Number of shocks per direction (±X, ±Y, ±Z) 10

Number of DUTs 6

The tests must be performed without electrical operation. The electric connection must be implemented as is typical for the application. The test setup must be documented.

The scope of random samples for this test must be taken from the test flow chart.

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8.5.3 Requirement

The DUT must be fully functional before and after the test, and all parameters must meet the specifications.

The parameters are verified with the use of a module test (see section 6.1). The tests to be conducted after and before this qualification test must be taken from Table 6.1.

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9 Lifetime testing

9.1 Use of generic data

The use of generic data for each test is permissible in the framework of the module qualification, as long as the difference between the module to be qualified and the reference module is documented and as long as proof can be provided that the differences between the reference module and the module to be qualified causes no changes with regard to the module properties.

9.2 QL-01 Power cycling (PCsec)

9.2.1 Purpose

This test is the basis for verification of the lifetime model provided by the module manufacturer for the DUTs to be examined. The tests themselves can also be used to support creating the lifetime model.

The objective of this test is to generate targeted stress situations in a power electronics module under strongly accelerated conditions which lead to signs of wear and degradation on the module.

By limiting the key parameter ton (on-time of the load current) to a value range of ton < 5 s, the tests exerts targeted stress on the chip-near interconnections (die-attach and top-side contacting).

The results of this test are the reliability data for the module-specific, chip-near interconnection technology as well as the marking of the data in the numerical representation of the lifetime curve Nf = f(∆Tvj, Tvj,max, ton) which must be provided by the manufacturer.

9.2.2 Test

The test must be conducted as per IEC 60749-34:2011 with the following additions:

IEC 60749-34:2011, section 4: Test apparatus

The control of the switching-on and switching-off duration (cycle duration) must be implemented using permanently set time values (ton, toff). These must be

determined before the test in such a way that the temperature rise Tvj of the junction temperature necessary for the test is achieved.

If the temperature rises of the virtual junction temperature Tvj as required for the test cannot be achieved through selection of the suitable parameters ton, toff, it is permissible to influence the temperature rise of the virtual junction temperature

Tvj by varying the gate voltage of the power semiconductor accordingly. For this, a variation of the gate voltage is only permissible within the saturation range of the power semiconductor and must be set once at the start of the test.

When testing Si-MOSFETs, the virtual junction temperature must not be determined in the channel of the Si-MOSFET but using the body diode, for reasons of device design.

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All other control methods, e.g. controlling the on-time and off-time via the monitoring of the heat sink temperature TS or the base plate temperature TC, or controlling using constant power loss PL, are not permissible.

IEC 60749-34:2011, section 5: Test procedure

The values set once (ton, toff) must not be adjusted during the entire test (also refer to Annex D reference [1], section 2.4: Control strategy ton = const. and toff = const.).

Note: A change in the temperature rise of the virtual junction temperature Tvj in connection with this during the test duration is therefore accepted, reflecting the aging of the DUT.

After a short run in period for test adjustment, where the parameters are fixed, all control parameters (ton, toff, Vgate, IL, Qcool) must be kept constant till end of life. Tvj,max, Tv,jmin, Rth,j-s, VCE have to be monitored.

A gate voltage selected at the beginning must not be varied during the test.

The test must be conducted for at least two different temperature rises ΔTvj. For this, the values for the temperature rises ΔTvj,1 to ΔTvj,n must be selected such that the maximum temperature rise is at least 40% higher than the minimum temperature rise, so that the results of the tests can be used to validate nodes of the reliability curve Nf = f(∆Tvj, Tvj,max, ton) for chip-near interconnections.

All topological switches in structurally similar DUTs must be tested for each temperature rise ΔTvj,1 to ΔTvj,n so that all semiconductors and components of a module are tested at least once. Thermal interaction between the tested switches should be avoided.

The scope of random samples for this test is at least six topological switches from three different DUTs. For this, it must be ensured that application-relevant current paths are tested in each case.

For testing MOSFETs, the inverse body diode of the MOSFET examined in each case can be energized for heating up the device as an alternative. However, it must be ensured that the maximum permissible chip power is not exceeded - if necessary, the current must then be selected to be < 0.85∙IDN and documented.

The lifetime model of the diodes must be confirmed. If the module manufacturer ensures that the diode has at least the same power cycling capability, e.g. the same chip-near interconnection technology and small single diode dice are used, only a confirmation test has to be performed at minimum one condition with all diodes.

IEC 60749-34:2011, section 6: Test conditions

The DUT must be fully functional before the test, and all parameters must be within the specifications. The parameters are verified with the use of a module test (see section 6.1).

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The virtual junction temperature Tvj of the DUT must be determined using the VCE (T)-method (see Annex D, reference [2], section 3: VCE (T)-method). Alternatively, chip temperature measurement methods are possible, if the module manufacturer provides a correlation to the method given in reference [2].

The calculation of the junction temperature Tvj using the thermal resistance and the power loss PL provided in the data sheet is not permissible.

The test conditions formulated in IEC 60749-34:2011, table 1, must not be taken into account (because these are not suitable for validating a lifetime model).

The following limits from Table 9.1 for the PCsec test must be observed for verifying the lifetime model provided by the manufacturer:

Table 9.1: Limits for test parameters PCsec

Parameter Value

On-time of the load current ton < 5 s

Value of load current IL > 0.85∙ICN a, b

Gate voltage Vgate typically 15 V for IGBTs

Coolant flow rate Qcool constant c

a The value of the load current > 0.85∙ICN must only be used for one sampling point. b

A value < 0.85∙ICN can be selected for the second sampling point in order to allow a suitable

difference of the temperature rises to be set. c A constant coolant rate must be ensured and documented in the test report.

The module manufacturer must select the remaining parameters for the test as a function of the DUT properties, the test apparatus and the temperature rise of the

virtual junction temperature Tvj in each case.

For modules without base plate, a module-dependent and material-dependent settling process of the TIM material between module and cooling system must be taken into account for determining the starting values for forward voltage and temperature rise, and documented accordingly.

The following parameters must be documented specifically for each module for the test:

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Table 9.2: Module-specific test parameters PCsec

Parameter

Temperature rise of virtual junction temperature (starting value for test after settling process)

∆Tvj,start

Duration of settling process (in cycles) Nstart

Load current IL

On-time of the load current (heating period) ton

Off-time of the load current (cooling period) toff

Minimum virtual junction temperature at the start of the test Tvj,min

Maximum virtual junction temperature at the start of the test Tvj,max

Coolant feed temperature Tcool

Gate voltage Vgate

tcycle

ΔTvj

t

T

toffton

Tc/s,max

Tvj,max

ton

Tvj

Tc/s

I

t

IL

Tc/s,min

Figure 9.1: Example for current and temperature curve PCsec

The DUTs must be loaded at least until the first occurring EOL criterion has been reached. It is strongly recommended, however, to continue loading the DUTs after reaching the first EOL criterion in the sense of improved evaluation of the results.

IEC 60749-34:2011, section 8: Measurement and tests

Monitoring of the failure criteria must be implemented using the two parameters forward voltage (IGBT: VCE,sat, MOSFET: VDS, diode: VF) and temperature rise of

the virtual junction temperature Tvj and other technology related parameters. These parameters must be monitored for each cycle during the entire test and documented accordingly.

The EOL criteria must be tested by means of continuous parameter monitoring (see Table 9.3. For this it must be ensured that the measurement values are

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recorded with sufficient granularity regarding the expected lifetime, in order to ensure meaningful and precise determination of the EOL.

IEC 60749-34:2011, section 9: Failure and evaluation criteria

The failure criteria are defined as follows:

Table 9.3: EOL criteria PCsec

Parameter Change from standard value

Forward voltage IGBT: VCE,sat MOSFET: VDS Diode: VF, VFSD

+5% a

Increase of thermal resistance Rth,j-c, Rth,j-s, Rth,j-f b +20%

a Note: See also the notes on the settling process under test conditions

b Note: It has to be ensured that the duration of temperature rise is sufficient for the calculation

of static Rth, or an additional online Rth measurement should be performed without removing the power modules from the test bench, when TIM or a baseplate is part of the DUT.

It is recommended to examine the DUTs for cracks on the soldering joints, substrates, die parts and the casings after the end of the test using scanning acoustic microscopy. Other relevant thermal and mechanical connections having impact on EOL criteria should be examined.

9.2.3 Requirement

The lifetime data Nf = f(∆Tvj, Tj,max, ton) determined for the individual DUTs during the test must be marked in the reliability curve for the power electronics module provided by the manufacturer. A probability of Nf should be specified, e.g. 5%. It must be ensured that only DUTs are used whose failure patterns have identical failure mechanisms. DUTs with deviating failure mechanisms must be removed and the test must be repeated with new DUTs. The failure patterns/mechanisms of these removed DUTs must be documented. Failures of the semiconductor which cannot be clearly attributed to the aging of the assembly and interconnection technology are not permissible.

The parameters are verified with the use of a module test (see section 6.1). The tests to be conducted after and before this test must be taken from Table 6.1.

The results and parameters of the test must be documented. The lifetime data must be created.

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9.3 QL-02 Power cycle (PCmin)

9.3.1 Purpose

This test is the basis for verification of the lifetime model provided by the module manufacturer for the DUTs to be examined. The tests themselves can also be used to support creating the lifetime model.

The objective of this test is to generate targeted stress situations in a power electronics module under strongly accelerated conditions which lead to signs of wearout and degradation on the module.

If the time range of the key parameter value ton (on-time of the load current) is expanded to values from ton > 15 s, this test exerts a different stress on the power electronics modules than the test PCsec. The stress can be applied to the chip-remote interconnection (system soldering) as well as to the chip-near interconnection technology (die-attach, top-side contacting).

This test thus enables pro rata simulation of the situation in the module during a cold start.

The results of this test are the reliability data for the module-specific connection technology as well as the marking of the data in the numerical representation of the empirical lifetime curve Nf = f(∆Tvj, Tvj,max, ton) which must be provided by the manufacturer.

9.3.2 Test

The test must be conducted as per IEC 60749-34:2011, with the following additions:

IEC 60749-34:2011, section 4: Test apparatus

The control of the switching-on and switching-off duration (cycle duration) must be implemented using permanently set time values (ton, toff). These must be

determined before the test in such a way that the temperature rise Tvj of the junction temperature necessary for the test is achieved.

If the temperature rises of the virtual junction temperature Tvj as required for the test cannot be achieved through selection of the suitable parameters ton, toff, it is permissible to influence the temperature rise of the virtual junction temperature

Tvj by varying the gate voltage of the power semiconductor accordingly. For this, a variation of the gate voltage is only permissible within the saturation range of the power semiconductor and must be set once at the start of the test.

Note: By lowering the gate voltage, higher power loss (greater rise) can be achieved even if excessively high DC currents would violate the limits of the contactings.

When testing Si-MOSFETs, the virtual junction temperature must not be determined in the channel of the Si-MOSFET but using the body diode, for reasons of device design.

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All other control procedures, e.g. controlling the on-time and off-time with regard

to a constant temperature rise Tvj or controlling using constant power loss PL, are not permissible.

IEC 60749-34:2011, section 5: Test procedure

The values set once (ton, toff) must not be adjusted during the test (also refer to Annex D, reference [1], section 2.4: Control strategy ton = const. and toff = const.).

Note: A change in the temperature rise of the virtual junction temperature Tvj in connection with this during the test duration is therefore accepted, reflecting the aging of the DUT.

After a short run in period for test adjustment, where the parameters are fixed, all control parameters (ton, toff, Vgate, IL, Qcool) must be kept constant till end of life. Tvj,max, Tv,jmin, Rth,j-s, VCE have to be monitored.

A gate voltage selected at the beginning must not be varied during the test.

The temperature rises of the base plate temperature or heat sink temperature or

fluid temperature Tc/s must be recorded and documented accordingly.

The reference points for determining the parameters Tc and Ts must be taken from Figure 7.1 and Figure 7.2.

The test must be conducted for at least two different temperature rises ΔTvj. For this, the temperature rises ΔTvj,1 to ΔTvj,n must be selected such that the maximum temperature rise is at least 40% higher than the minimum temperature rise, to enable the results of the tests to be validate nodes of the reliability curve Nf = f(∆Tvj, Tvj,max, ton) for the chip-remote interconnections.

All topological switches in structurally similar DUTs must be tested for each temperature rise ΔTvj,1 to ΔTvj,n so that all semiconductors and components of a module are tested at least once. Thermal interaction between the tested switches should be avoided.

The scope of random samples for this test is at least six topological switches from three different DUTs. For this, it must be ensured that application-relevant current paths are tested in each case.

For testing MOSFETs, the inverse body diode of the MOSFET examined in each case can be energized for heating up the device as an alternative. However, it must be ensured that the maximum permissible chip power is not exceeded - if necessary, the current must then be selected to be < 0.85∙IDN and documented.

The lifetime model of the diodes must be confirmed. If the module manufacturer ensures that the diode has at least the same power cycling capability, e.g. the same chip-near interconnection technology and small single diode dice are used, only a confirmation test has to be performed at minimum one condition with all diodes.

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IEC 60749-34:2011, section 6: Test conditions

The DUT must be fully functional before the test, and all parameters must be within the specifications. The parameters are verified with the use of a module test (see section 6.1).

The virtual junction temperature Tvj of the DUT must be determined using the VCE (T)-method (see Annex D, reference [2], section 3: VCE (T)-method). Alternatively, chip temperature measurement methods are possible, if the module manufacturer provides a correlation to the method given in reference [2].

The calculation of the junction temperature Tvj using the thermal resistance and the power loss PL provided in the data sheet is not permissible.

The temperature change Tc/s (Tc/s) must be determined through the Rth,j-c/s and the power loss PL as determined during a preliminary measurement.

The test conditions formulated in IEC 60749-34:2011, table 1, must not be taken into account (because these are not suitable for validating a lifetime model).

The following limits from Table 9.4 for the PCmin test must be observed for verifying the lifetime model provided by the manufacturer:

Table 9.4: Limits for test parameters PCmin

Parameter Value

On-time of the load current ton > 15 s

Value of load current IL > 0.85∙ICN a

Gate voltage Vgate typically 15 V for IGBTs

Coolant flow rate Qcool constant b

a A value < 0.85∙ICN can be selected for the second sampling point and additional test

conditions in order to allow a suitable difference of the temperature rises to be set. b

A constant coolant rate must be ensured and documented in the test report.

The module manufacturer must select the remaining parameters for the test as a function of the DUT properties, the test fixture and the temperature rise of the virtual

junction temperature Tvj in each case.

For modules without base plate, a module-dependent and material-dependent settling process of the TIM material between module and cooling system must be taken into account for determining the starting values for forward voltage and temperature rise, and documented accordingly.

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The following parameters must be documented specifically for each module for the test:

Table 9.5: Module-specific test parameters PCmin

Parameter

Temperature rise for virtual junction temperature (starting

value for test after settling process)

∆Tvj,start

Duration of settling process (in cycles) Nstart

Load current IL

On-time of the load current (heating period) ton

Off-time of the load current (cooling period) toff

Average junction temperature Tvj,avg

Maximum junction temperature at the start of the test Tvj,max

Heat sink temperature (indirect cooled modules) TS

Base plate temperature (modules with base plate) TC

Coolant inlet temperature Tcool

Gate voltage Vgate

Thermal resistance (determined in the module test) Rth

tcycle

t

T

toff

Tc/s,max

Tvj,max

Tc/s

I

t

IL

Tc/s,min

ΔTs/c

ton

Tvj

ΔTvj

Figure 9.2: Current and temperature curve PCmin

The DUTs shall at least be stressed until the first occurring EOL criterion has been reached. It is strongly recommended, however, to continue stressing the DUTs after reaching the first EOL criterion in the sense of improved evaluation of the results.

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IEC 60749-34:2011, section 8: Measurement and tests

Monitoring of the failure criteria must be implemented using the two parameters forward voltage (IGBT: VCE,sat, MOSFET: VDS, diode: VF) and temperature rise of

the virtual junction temperature Tvj and other technology related parameters. These parameters must be monitored for each cycle during the entire test and documented accordingly.

The EOL criteria must be tested by means of continuous parameter monitoring (see Table 9.6). For this it must be ensured that the measurement values are recorded with sufficient granularity regarding the expected lifetime in order to ensure meaningful and precise determination of the EOL.

IEC 60749-34:2011, section 9: Failure and evaluation criteria

The failure criteria are defined as follows:

Table 9.6: EOL criteria PCmin

Parameter Change from

standard value

Forward voltage

IGBT: VCE,sat

MOSFET: VDS

Diode: VF, VFSD

+5% a

Increase of thermal resistance Rth,j-c, Rth,j-s, Rth,j-f b +20%

a Note: Also refer to the notes on the settling process under test conditions

b Note: It has to be ensured that the duration of temperature rise is sufficient for the calculation of static Rth, or an additional online Rth measurement should be performed without removing the power modules from the test bench, when TIM or a baseplate is part of the DUT.

It is recommended to examine the DUTs for cracks on the soldering joints, substrates, die parts and the casings after the end of the test using scanning acoustic microscopy. Other relevant thermal and mechanical connections having impact on EOL criteria should be examined.

9.3.3 Requirement

The lifetime data Nf = f(∆Tvj, Tj,max, ton) determined for the individual DUTs during the test must be marked in the reliability curve for the power electronics module provided by the manufacturer. A probability of Nf should be specified, e.g. 5%. It must be ensured that only DUTs are used whose failure patterns have identical failure mechanisms. DUTs with deviating failure mechanisms must be removed and the test must be repeated with new DUTs. The failure patterns/mechanisms of these removed DUTs must be documented. Failures of the semiconductor which cannot be clearly attributed to the aging of the assembly and interconnection technology are not permissible. The parameters are verified with the use of a module test (see section 6.1). The tests to be conducted after and before this qualification test must be taken from Table 6.1. The results and parameters of the test as per the specifications (see Annex C.2) must be documented. The lifetime data must be created.

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9.4 QL-03 High-temperature storage (HTS)

9.4.1 Purpose

The purpose of this test is to test or determine the effect of storage at increased temperature on the power modules.

9.4.2 Test

The test must be conducted as per IEC 60749-6:2002, with the following additions: IEC 60749-6:2002, section 4: Test sequence

If the components to be tested are approved for a temperature higher than 125°C, this higher temperature must be used for the test.

IEC 60749-6:2002, section 4.1: Measurements

For any intermediate measurements (if agreed with the purchaser), the DUTs must be removed from the test chamber at TRT and also be inserted again at TRT.

IEC 60749-6:2002, section 4.2: Failure criteria

It is recommended to also examine the DUT during this test at the times defined above using SAM analysis and to document the degree of delamination at the connection points.

The results and parameters of the test must be documented.

Table 9.7: Test parameters QL-03 High-temperature storage (HTS)

Parameter Value

Test duration a 1 000 h

Ambient temperature Ta = Tstg,max ≥ 125°C (typ.) b

a Measurements as per Table 6.1 b If a higher value is defined in the data sheet, this value must be used for the test

The scope of random samples for this test must be taken from the test flow chart.

9.4.3 Requirement

The DUTs must be fully functional after the test.

The scope of the data sheet parameter drift analyses to be documented must be agreed upon with the purchaser.

The parameters are verified with the use of a module test (see section 6.1). The tests to be conducted after and before this qualification test must be taken from Table 6.1. The data sheet parameters must be within the specifications.

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9.5 QL-04 Low-temperature storage (LTS)

9.5.1 Purpose

The purpose of this test is to test or determine the effect of aging or transport at a very low temperature on the power modules. A prolonged influence of low temperatures can cause embrittlement, crack formation and fractures on parts made of rubber and plastic as well as on parts made of metal, substrate, or semiconductor material.

9.5.2 Test

The test must be conducted as per JEDEC JESD-22 A119:2009, with the following additions:

JEDEC JESD-22 A119:2009 section 3.1: Low temperature storage conditions

The test must be conducted at -40°C, which corresponds to condition A.

If the components to be tested are approved for a temperature lower than -40°C, this lower temperature must be used for the test.

JEDEC JESD-22 A119:2009 section 3.2: Measurements

For any intermediate measurements (if agreed with the purchaser), the DUTs must be removed from the test chamber at TRT and also be inserted again at TRT.

JEDEC JESD-22 A119:2009 section 3.3: Failure criteria

It is recommended to also examine the DUT during this test at the times defined above using SAM analysis and to document the degree of delamination on the soldered points.

The results and parameters of the test must be documented.

Table 9.8: Test parameters QL-04 Low-temperature storage (LTS)

Parameter Value

Test duration a 1 000 h

Ambient temperature Ta = Tstg,min ≤ -40°C (typ.) b

a Measurements as per Table 6.1 b If a lower value is defined in the data sheet, this value must be used for the test

The scope of random samples for this test must be taken from the test flow chart.

9.5.3 Requirement

The DUTs must be fully functional after the test.

The scope of the data sheet parameter drift analyses to be documented must be agreed upon with the purchaser.

The parameters are verified with the use of a module test (see section 6.1). The tests to be conducted after and before this qualification test must be taken from Table 6.1. The data sheet parameters must be within the specifications.

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9.6 QL-05 High-temperature reverse bias (HTRB)

9.6.1 Purpose

This test is used to determine weak points in the chip passivation layer structure or the passivation topology and in the chip edge sealing over time. The test focuses on production-related ionic contaminants which can migrate under the influence of temperature and fields and consequently increase surface charges. This can result in the formation of increased leakage currents. A degradation e.g. of the Gate-Emitter threshold voltage VGE,th is also possible. The module assembly process and the coefficients of thermal expansion (CTEs) of the materials can also have a significant influence on the passivation integrity and consequently reduced protection against external contaminants.

9.6.2 Test

The test must be conducted as per IEC 60747-9:2007 section 7.1.4.1 (IGBT), IEC 60747-8:2010 (MOSFET), IEC 60747-2:2016 (diode) and IEC 60749-23:2011 with the following additions:

Table 9.9: QL-05 High-temperature reverse bias (HTRB)

Parameter Value

Test duration a ≥ 1 000 h

Test temperature (switch) Tvj,maxb

Collector-emitter voltage or Drain-source voltage or Reverse voltage

VCE ≥ 0.8 VCE,max (IGBT) VDS ≥ 0.8 VDS,max (MOSFET) VR ≥ 0.8 VR,max (diode)

Gate voltage VGE = 0 V (IGBT) VGS = 0 V (MOSFET)

a Measurements as per Table 6.1 b Ta = Tvj,max - TP_loss where TP_loss represents the temperature rise of the semiconductor due to

leakage power losses.

Notes: - Testing with higher voltages than 80% of the blocking voltage does not automatically

lead to a more reliable product. - Testing closer to 100% of the blocking voltage can be done but this will increase the

risk of cosmic ray failure (random event). This phenomenon is depending on voltage class and chip technology. Failures therefore will have no information about reliability or sensitivity to high temperature reverse bias because they are based on different physics of failure.

Set of data records:

During this test, the collector-emitter leakage current ICE,leak or the drain-source leakage current IDS,leak must be recorded continuously.

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The threshold voltage of the device VGE,th and VGS,th must be recorded before and after the test.

The breakdown voltage of the device VBR,CE and VBR,DS must be recorded before and after the test and must be documented.

The value of the test parameters used Ta, VCE or VDS and VGE or VGS must be documented in the test record.

Failure criterion:

It must be ensured that the starting behavior or a possible stabilizing process during start up is within the specification (preventing pseudo failures).

An increase in the collector-emitter leakage current ICE,leak, the drain-source leakage current IDS,leak by a factor of 5 based on the initial value above the noise level of the measuring setup including DUT before the test (cold measurements at TRT), or an increase above the value specified in the data sheet must be considered as a failure.

Usually, an increase in leakage current beyond the failure threshold can be observed during the first hours of the test. This increase represents a displacement current, caused by applying the collector-emitter or drain-source voltage. When this current then drops to a stationary value within the specification again, a) an increase in leakage current by 100% must initially not be assessed as a failure and b) the reference value for evaluation of the subsequent leakage current increase must be set to the new stationary reference value.

The scope of random samples for this test must be taken from the test flow chart.

The leakage current must be permanently monitored throughout the test duration. The deviation of the leakage currents and of the threshold voltage from the initial value must be documented. The test ends either when a defined test time is reached – then a) the increase in leakage current is compared to the start of the test (stationary value) and b) the leakage current values in the cooled state before and after loading are compared. If a) or b) exceed the defined failure thresholds, the test is regarded as failed. This test can also follow a defined failure threshold – then it runs until the maximum permissible leakage current has been reached.

9.6.3 Requirement

The scope of the data sheet parameter drift analyses to be documented must be agreed upon with the purchaser.

The parameters are verified with the use of a module test (see section 6.1). The tests to be conducted after and before this qualification test must be taken from Table 6.1. The data sheet parameters must be within the specifications.

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9.7 QL-06 High-temperature gate bias (HTGB)

9.7.1 Purpose

This test is not applicable to diodes.

This test is used to determine the combined effect of electrical and thermal load on semiconductor elements with gate connection (MOSFET and IGBT) over time. It simulates operating states under accelerated conditions and is used for device qualification and for reliability monitoring (burn-in screening) of installed gate dielectrics. In the framework of the qualification, the focus is on the validation of the specified lifetime period and the lifetime limit, while the reliability monitoring focuses on production-related premature failures.

The test is designed for evaluating:

a) The integrity of the gate dielectric b) The condition of the semiconductor/dielectric boundary layer and c) The contamination of the semiconductor through mobile ions

Note on a) The test accelerates the so-called time-dependent dielectric breakdown (TDDB), which either generates a resistant path between gate and source/emitter or gate and drain, or a low-breakdown diode between gate and source/emitter.

Note on b) Among other things, the thermal-electrical load also leads to the degradation of the boundary layer between semiconductor and gate isolator, which becomes evident through changed threshold voltages VGS,th/VGE,th and a changed Miller capacity.

Note on c) The mobile contamination charge effective through increased temperature and electric field influence can degrade threshold voltages VGS,th/VGE,th, the Miller capacity, and the integrity or control effect of the gate isolator in the long term.

9.7.2 Test

The test must be conducted as per IEC 60747-9:2007 section 7.1.4.1 (IGBT), IEC 60747-8:2010 (MOSFET) and IEC 60749-23:2011, with the following additions:

Table 9.10: Test parameters QL-06 High-temperature gate bias (HTGB)

Parameter Value

Test duration a ≥ 1 000 h

Test temperature Tvj,max

Collector-emitter voltage or Drain-source voltage

VCE = 0 V (IGBT) VDS = 0 V (MOSFET)

Gate voltage 50% of the DUTs with positive gate voltage VGE = VGE,max (IGBT) VGS = VGS,max (MOSFET) 50% of the DUTs with negative gate voltage VGE = VGE,min (IGBT) VGS = VGS,min (MOSFET)

a Measurements as per Table 6.1

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Set of data records:

During this test, the gate-emitter leakage current IGE,leak or the gate-source leakage current IGS,leak must be recorded continuously.

The threshold voltage of the gates VGE,th (IGBT) and VGS,th (MOSFET) must be recorded before and after the test.

The value of the test parameters used Ta, VCE or VDS and VGE or VGS must be documented in the test record.

Failure criterion:

An increase in the gate-emitter leakage current IGE,leak, the gate-source leakage current IGS,leak by a factor of 5 based on the initial value above the noise level of the measuring setup including DUT before the test (cold measurements at TRT), or an increase above the value specified in the data sheet must be considered as a failure.

The scope of random samples for this test must be taken from the test flow chart.

In the path of the gate control, a current-limiting series resistor or an intelligent circuit breaker (may already be implemented in commercial measuring equipment) could be implemented in the test setup to prevent energy discharge in the semiconductor.

9.7.3 Requirement

The scope of the data sheet parameter drift analyses to be documented must be agreed upon with the purchaser.

The parameters are verified with the use of a module test (see section 6.1). The tests to be conducted after and before this qualification test must be taken from Table 6.1. The data sheet parameters must be within the specifications.

9.8 QL-07 High-humidity, high-temperature reverse bias (H3TRB)

9.8.1 Purpose

This test determines weak points in the overall module structure, including the power semiconductor itself. Most module designs are not hermetically sealed. Semiconductor chips and bonding wires are embedded in silicone gel which is permeable to humidity. This allows the moisture to also reach the passivation layer over time. Weak points in the chip passivation layer structure or the passivation topology and in the chip edge sealing are affected differently by loads under the influence of humidity. Contaminants can also be transferred to critical areas through moisture transport.

The focus is on production-related ionic contaminants which migrate under the influence of temperature and fields and consequently increase surface charges, as well as on thermomechanical stresses on the housing and the interaction with semiconductor chips. This can result in the formation of increased leakage currents. The focus is also on corrosive substances introduced through the influence of corrosive gas and the interaction of these substances with the assembly and interconnection technology and with the chip.

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The module assembly process and the coefficients of thermal expansion (CTEs) of the materials can also have a significant influence on the passivation integrity and consequently reduced protection against external contaminants. Mechanical stress generally leads to a higher sensitivity for (electro-) chemical corrosion.

9.8.2 Test

The test must be conducted as per IEC 60747-9:2007 (IGBT), IEC 60747-8:2010 (MOSFET), IEC 60747-2:2016 (diode) and IEC 60749-5:2017, with the following additions:

IEC 60749-5:2017 section 5.2: Guidelines for electric voltage load

In contrast to the standard, which permits a selection between constant and intermittent voltage load, the variant as per section 5.2 e)1) "Testing with constant voltage load" must be conducted.

This test must be conducted with permanently blocked DUTs.

IEC 60749-5:2017 section 5.2.1: Selecting the test loads and test report

Omitted

Table 9.11: Test parameters QL-07 High-humidity, high-temperature reverse bias (H3TRB)

Parameter Value

Test duration a ≥ 1 000 h

Temperature 85°C (constant)

Relative humidity 85%

Collector-emitter voltageb or Drain-source voltage or Reverse voltage

Variant 1: c

VCE = 80 V (IGBT) VDS = 80 V (MOSFET) VR = 80 V (diode)

Variant 2: d, e

VCE = 0.8 · VCE,max (IGBT) VDS = 0.8 · VDS,max (MOSFET)

VR = 0.8 · VR,max (diode)

Gate voltage VGE = 0 V (IGBT) VGS = 0 V (MOSFET)

a Measurements as per Table 6.1 b

To avoid locally reducing the relative humidity influence too strongly through power loss created by

leakage currents, the voltage applied to devices must be set to 80% of the specified max. collector-emitter voltage VCE,max.

c for devices with VCE,max > 100 V only d Tvj < 90°C during initial test phase e Recommended for SiC

Note: The decision on one of the two options, 80 V or 80% of the maximum voltage, must be agreed upon with the purchaser. There is still research need regarding the impact of voltage on the H3TRB test especially on the activation of different failure mechanisms e.g. the growth of dendrites.

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Set of data records:

During this test, the collector-emitter leakage current ICE,leak or the drain-source leakage current IDS,leak must be recorded continuously.

The threshold voltage of the gates VGE,th and VGS,th must be recorded before and after the test.

The value of the test parameters used VCE or VDS and VGE or VGS must be documented in the test record.

Failure criterion:

An increase in the collector-emitter leakage current ICE,leak or the drain-source leakage current IDS,leak by a factor of 10 based on the initial value above the noise level of the measuring setup including DUT before the test must be considered as a failure.

The scope of random samples for this test must be taken from the test flow chart.

The DUT must be subjected to a module test (section 6.1) before the load test. This is to ensure that only flawless DUTs enter into the H3TRB.

Over the test duration, the leakage current is measured before and after loading, or, if necessary, with an interruption of the loading. The test ends either when a defined test time is reached – then a) the increase in leakage current is compared to the start of the test (stationary value) and b) the leakage current values in the cooled state before and after loading are compared. If a) or b) exceed the defined failure thresholds, the test is regarded as failed. This test can also follow a defined failure threshold – then it runs until the maximum permissible leakage current has been reached.

The deviation of the collector-emitter leakage current or drain-source leakage current and of the threshold voltage from the initial value must be documented for verifying the validity of the failure criterion.

9.8.3 Requirement

The scope of the data sheet parameter drift analyses to be documented must be agreed upon with the purchaser.

The parameters are verified with the use of a module test (see section 6.1). The tests to be conducted after and before this qualification test must be taken from Table 6.1. The data sheet parameters must be within the specifications.

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Annex A: Test flow chart (normative)

The numbers in the test flow chart in following figures indicate the number of topological switches to be tested (compare section 4.1.2).

Figure A.1: Test flow chart QC

Note: The test flow chart QC attempts to minimize the number of DUTs by using DUTs multiple times in case of non-destructive testing. As an alternative, all tests can also be conducted with new modules.

Figure A.2: Test flow chart QE

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Figure A.3: Test flow chart QL

Lifetime tests

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Annex B: Delta qualification matrix (normative)

Table B.1: Qualification matrix

Qualification matrix

Characterization entrance tests Environmental tests Lifetime tests

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Material or geometry change of base plate x x x x x x x

Material or geometry change of substrate x x x x x x x

Change of material or geometry of package (gel, plastic frame, mold compound)

x x x x x x x x x x

Change of material or geometry of the termi-nals (frame bond wire, mold compound etc.)

x x x x x x x x x x x

Change of at least one contact area of the semiconductor device

x x x x x x x

Use of a different or new material for the die attach (solder, sinter material, etc.)

x x x x x x x x x x

Use of a different or new material for system solder (solder, sinter material, etc.)

x x x x x x x x x x

Use of different or new semiconductor device or semiconductor material or passive ele-ments of the same or a different manufacturer

x x x x x x x x x x

Use of a different or new contact technology for die attach of semiconductor devices (soldering, sintering, diffusion soldering, etc.)

x x x x x x x x x

Use of a different or new contact technology for top side connection of semiconductor devices (e.g. wire bond, ribbon bond, copper clip, sinter technology, etc.)

x x x x x x x x x x x

Generic data: The use of generic data per test is permissible (except for characterization tests) as part of module qualification as long as the difference between the module to be qualified and the reference module is documented and it can be verified that the differences between the reference module and the module to be qualified do not cause any changes in the module's properties. a According to chapter 8.3 it is pursued to specify suitable and beneficial testing routines for ‘contactability’ in later releases. Therefore, this empty column is inserted intendedly already now as a

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Annex C: Documentation of tests (normative)

The following defines which parameters of the individual tests must be documented as a minimum. Documentation of the tests must be provided in written form as part of the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) documents.

C.1 Template for PCsec test

Test: PCsec Temperature rise ΔTvj Value [K]

Maximum junction temperature

Tvj,max Value [°C]

Average junction temperature

Tvj,avg Value [°C]

Feed temperature Tcool Value [°C]

Heating duration ton Value [s or min]

Cooling time toff Value [s or min]

Load current IL Value [A]

Gate voltage Vgate Value [V]

Reliability data

DUT no. Cycles

until EOL Failure pattern

failure cause (VCE, ∆T)

1 Xxxxx

2 Xxxxx

3 Xxxxx

4 Xxxxx

5 xxxxx

6 xxxxx

… xxxxx

Lifetime model IGBT Nf = f(∆Tvj, Tvj,max, ton)

Diode Nf = f(∆Tvj, Tvj,max, ton)

Solder Nf = f(∆Tvj, Tvj,max, ton)

The parameters VCE/DS/F = f(N) and ΔTvj = f(N) must be shown graphically for the individual DUTs for each test and each tested temperature rise ΔTvj,1 … ΔTvj,n. For this, the parameters of all modules in one test series can be included in one diagram. The procedure for creating the reliability diagram must be documented (allocation of the probability of failure to the individual test results, method for the regression to the Weibull density, basis for the lifetime model (e.g. Arrhenius, Coffin-Manson, CIPS2008)).

If the examination was conducted with scanning acoustic microscopy (SAM), the images from the examinations must be documented accordingly.

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C.2 Template for PCmin test

Test: PCmin Temperature rise ΔTvj Value [K]

Maximum temperature of system soldering/casing

Tc/s,max Value [°C]

Maximum temperature of system soldering/casing

Tc/s,min Value [°C]

Maximum junction temperature

Tvj,max Value [°C]

Feed temperature Tcool Value [°C]

Heating duration ton Value [s or min]

Cooling time toff Value [s or min]

Load current IL Value [A]

Gate voltage Vgate Value [V]

Therm. resistance Rth Value [K/W]

Reliability data

DUT no. Cycles

until EOL Failure pattern

failure cause (VCE, ∆T)

1 xxxxx

2 xxxxx

3 xxxxx

4 xxxxx

5 xxxxx

6 xxxxx

… xxxxx

Lifetime model IGBT Nf = f(∆Tvj, Tvj,max, ton)

Diode Nf = f(∆Tvj, Tvj,max, ton)

Solder Nf = f(∆Tvj, Tvj,max, ton)

The parameters VCE/DS/F = f(N) and ΔTvj = f(N) must be shown graphically for the individual DUTs for each test and each tested temperature rise ΔTvj,1 … ΔTvj,n. For this, the parameters of all modules in one test series can be included in one diagram. The procedure for creating the reliability diagram must be documented (allocation of the probability of failure to the individual test results, method for the regression to the Weibull density, basis for the lifetime model (e.g. Arrhenius, Coffin-Manson, CIPS2008)).

If the examination was conducted with scanning acoustic microscopy (SAM), the images from the examinations must be documented accordingly.

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C.3 Template for TST test

Test: TST

Temperature rise ΔT Value [K]

Minimum temperature Tstg,min Value [°C]

Maximum temperature Tstg,max Value [°C]

Cycle time tcycle Value [s/min]

Duration of temperature cycle

tchange Value [s]

Hold time at Tmin/max tdwell Value [min]

Test results

DUT no. Cycles Failure pattern

failure mechanism

1 xxxxx

2 xxxxx

3 xxxxx

4 xxxxx

5 xxxxx

6 xxxxx

… xxxxx

Parameter drift

DUT no. Rth [K/W]

0 500 1 000

1

2

3

4

5

6

If the examination was conducted with scanning acoustic microscopy (SAM), the images from the examinations must be documented accordingly.

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Annex D: References (informative)

[1] U. Scheuermann, S. Schuler: Power Cycling Results for Different Control Strategies, Microelectronics Reliability 50 (2010), 1203-1209

[2] U. Scheuermann, R. Schmidt: Investigations on the VCE(T)-Method to Determine

the Junction Temperature by Using the Chip Itself as Sensor, PCIM 2009, Nuremberg, Germany

Annex E: Typical aspects for physical analysis (informative)

The final analysis can comprise the following scopes, for example (as far as applicable): • Bolt release torques (e.g. threaded connections on casings, fastening screws on the

shaker table) • Analysis of the soldered or sintered connections of chips and substrates • Analysis of the remaining bond properties • Setting behavior of threaded connections • Residual distribution of heat-conducting media • Properties of seals • Creepage under seals • Failures in soldered connections • Device/PCB discolorations (especially due to thermal causes) • Flaws, cracks, deformation of materials (especially for potting and sealing

materials). A suitable test method (e.g. x-ray, CT, SAM, micro-sections) must be selected for this in agreement

• Condition of latching mechanisms and clips • Traces of corrosion and migration • Evaluation of plastics for resistance to hydrolysis • Connector pin damage (e.g. due to current, temperature, friction, oxidation) • Other irregularities